Congressional Call Scripts
PRO and CON scripts for every major issue. PolicyNow presents all viewpoints – you decide your position.
Federal Law Enforcement Accountability
6 people killed or shot by federal agents since September 2025 – zero agents charged
Support Accountability
“Hi, I’m [Your Name], a constituent from [City, State]. I’m calling about the 6 people killed or shot by federal immigration agents since September 2025. I urge [Representative/Senator Name] to support mandatory psychological screening and accountability for federal law enforcement.”
The Victims:
- Renee Good – US Citizen, age 37, killed by ICE, Minneapolis MN (Jan 7, 2026)
- Angel Carrero Amaro – US Citizen, age 46, killed by ICE, New York NY (Nov 10, 2025)
- Silverio Villegas Gonzalez – killed by ICE, Chicago IL (Oct 2025)
- William Carrillo Lopez – killed by ICE, Arkansas (Sept 2025)
- Luis Nico Moncada – shot by Border Patrol, Portland OR (Jan 8, 2026)
- Marimar Martinez – US Citizen, age 30, shot by Border Patrol, Chicago IL (Oct 4, 2025)
Key Facts:
- 3 of the 6 victims were US Citizens
- 5 of the 6 had no criminal record
- Zero agents have been charged
- Federal agents lack psychological screening required for local police
Oppose Additional Requirements
“Hi, I’m [Your Name] from [City, State]. While I support law enforcement, I believe we shouldn’t rush to impose new requirements based on isolated incidents. Our agents need support, not additional burdens during a border crisis.”
Key Facts:
- Federal agents undergo extensive training
- Additional requirements slow hiring during border crisis
- Existing oversight mechanisms are sufficient
- Officers need support, not more scrutiny
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Find Your Representatives100-Mile Border Zone Authority
CBP can operate within 100 miles of any border, covering 2/3 of Americans
Support Limitation
“Hi, I’m [Your Name]. I’m calling about CBP’s 100-mile border zone authority. This covers 2/3 of Americans – nearly 200 million people – who can be stopped without probable cause. I support reducing this zone to 10 miles.”
Key Facts:
- 100-mile zone covers entire states (Florida, Michigan, Maine)
- 200 million Americans subject to warrantless stops
- Original intent was immediate border areas, not cities like Chicago
- 4th Amendment should apply equally to all Americans
Maintain Current Zone
“Hi, I’m [Your Name]. I support maintaining CBP’s 100-mile operational zone. Border security requires flexibility, and limiting this zone would hamper our ability to stop smugglers who travel inland.”
Key Facts:
- Smugglers route around checkpoints
- Interior checkpoints are critical for interdiction
- Drug trafficking extends well beyond immediate border
- Agents already require reasonable suspicion
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Find Your RepresentativesCannabis Banking Access
State-legal cannabis businesses cannot access normal banking services
Support Banking Access
“Hi, I’m [Your Name]. I support the SAFE Banking Act to allow state-legal cannabis businesses to access banking services. Operating in cash-only creates public safety risks and prevents these businesses from paying taxes efficiently.”
Key Facts:
- 24 states have legalized recreational cannabis
- Cash-only operations attract robberies
- Banks face prosecution for serving legal businesses
- Veterans and patients benefit from legal access
Oppose Banking Access
“Hi, I’m [Your Name]. I oppose federal banking access for cannabis businesses while it remains a Schedule I substance. Congress should reschedule first, not create carve-outs that normalize drug trafficking.”
Key Facts:
- Cannabis remains federally illegal
- Banking access legitimizes drug trade
- Should reschedule first, then address banking
- Proper process matters for rule of law
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Find Your RepresentativesWar Powers and Military Oversight
Congressional authority over military deployments and declarations of war
Support Congressional Authority
“Hi, I’m [Your Name]. The Constitution gives Congress – not the President – the power to declare war. I urge [Representative/Senator Name] to reassert Congressional war powers and require authorization for any military action.”
Key Facts:
- Article I, Section 8 gives Congress war powers
- Last formal declaration of war was 1942
- 2001 AUMF still used for operations worldwide
- Military oversight is a constitutional duty
Support Executive Flexibility
“Hi, I’m [Your Name]. Modern threats require swift response. The President needs flexibility to protect Americans without waiting for Congressional debate. I support maintaining executive authority for military decisions.”
Key Facts:
- Threats move faster than Congress can act
- Commander-in-Chief authority is constitutional
- Intelligence briefings inform executive decisions
- Congressional notification is already required
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Find Your RepresentativesCongressional Oversight Powers
Congress’s constitutional duty to oversee executive branch actions
Support Strong Oversight
“Hi, I’m [Your Name]. I urge [Representative/Senator Name] to exercise full oversight powers over executive agencies. Subpoena witnesses, demand documents, and hold hearings. This is your constitutional duty.”
Key Facts:
- Oversight is a constitutional check on executive power
- Agencies must respond to Congressional inquiries
- Transparency protects democracy
- Both parties benefit from accountability
Limit Oversight Scope
“Hi, I’m [Your Name]. While oversight is important, endless investigations waste taxpayer money and distract from governing. I support focused, bipartisan oversight – not political witch hunts.”
Key Facts:
- Investigations cost millions of dollars
- Partisan investigations damage institutions
- Executive privilege exists for good reasons
- Focus should be on legislation, not hearings
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